Why Winterizing Your Home Should Be #1 On Your To-Do List

November 1, 2016 3:54 pm

Winter is coming to the Triangle. Though you may cling to your open-toed shoes, shorts and beach clothes, it will not stop the weather from cooling and the leaves from falling down. The last thing you want is to flip on that heater and hear nothing but “click, click, shhhhhh.” No heat.

Here are a few reasons why you should start thinking about getting your HVAC system and your home ready for the winter season today:

1) Hurricane Matthew Happened

Some of us are still feeling the direct impact of Hurricane Matthew, but some were not hit as hard. Regardless, it’s important to find out if your HVAC system was damaged during the storm. Check the system for hazards, outlined here in our previous blog. If you’re concerned, schedule a checkup with our technicians to make sure your vents are clear; if you have a filter, it may need to be replaced.

2) You Want Warmth For You And Your Family

We all know weather can be unpredictable, but one thing we can control is whether or not we are prepared. No one wants to be blindsided by an uncomfortably cold day without making sure their heating system is working properly. The CWJ technicians here know which potential hiccups to look for and how to fix them, but waiting until you and the family are wearing three pairs of socks inside may not make for a happy snow day.

3) You Want To Save Money

This is a no-brainer. Everyone wants to save money. Heating costs can be expensive if a fault in the system goes unnoticed or unattended to, but there are also smaller things you can do to keep spare change in the jar.

If you have a chimney, have it cleaned and inspected to make sure there are no issues.

Check your windows and doors for leaks or drafts, too.

Ensure your home is insulated before you need to turn up the heat to help keep that heat in and your bill low(er).

4) It Will Ease Your Mind

The last thing anyone wants is a preventable problem to turn into a major project. Simple things like making sure your vents are unobstructed before turning them on and cleaning your outdoor HVAC unit can save time, stress and money.

Preparing for winter does not have to be a hassle, especially with our team of licensed, professional technicians here to help. Our maintenance agreements and planned service contracts are simple, affordable and take the guesswork out of the equation.

If scheduling a maintenance or inspection appointment means the difference between spending a chilly day making cocoa or digging your long johns out of the attic, which would you choose?